The Pharmacy Service Chief is responsible for the planning, directing, controlling, evaluating, and administration of all facets of pharmaceutical care and pharmacy operations. The Chief represents the Medical Center Pharmacy Service in medical center and community activities. He/she serves as management consultant on all matters within the purview of agency-wide pharmaceutical policies and formulates advanced overall operating plans for pharmaceutical services.
VA Careers - Pharmacy: https://youtube.com/embed/Fn_ickNBEws Duties include but are not limited to: Oversees the provision of pharmaceutical care and services provided by the Medical Center. Maintains active license for the pharmacy department with the State of Indiana. Maintains state and federal Controlled Substance registrations. Assures all legal requirements for state, federal, and VA are continually met within written guidelines and sound pharmaceutical judgment.
Maintains effective personnel management program within pharmacy including EEO awareness, training opportunities, tuition support, and individual development plans. Assures all aspects of drug control, drug accountability, and drug security are maximized and are in accordance with Medical Center and Pharmacy Service Policies and Procedures, and other applicable VA, FDA, and Federal Regulations. Oversees all pharmacy budget activities.
Develops and maintains effective clinical pharmacy programs that are synergistic with other Medical Center programs and are designed to maximize pharmacotherapeutic benefits from both cost and patient outcome perspectives. Interviews employee candidates, recommends appointments, advancements or promotions to the Professional Standards Board, and administers disciplinary action as required.
Collaborates with Human Resource Management Service in order to maintain a select staff and effectively fulfill the needs of pharmacy Responsible for on-going review and evaluation of inpatient and outpatient pharmacy activities which include: the intravenous admixture program, unit dose medication management system, processing of outpatient prescriptions, drug medication counseling, and CMOP support while maintaining timeliness, accuracy, and the latest computerized support of these programs.
Sets standards and establishes performance improvement (PI) initiatives using the Indy Excellence framework. Evaluates effectiveness of programs and resources (budget, human, space, and equipment), coordinates on-going programs, and plans and implements new programs as required. Assures the quality of care/services provided is highest standard possible and meets all legal and ethical standards and requirements.
Prepares, revises, and implements pharmacy policies and procedures in compliance with TJC, DEA, and VA standards. Responsible for on-going review and evaluation of inpatient and outpatient pharmacy activities which include: the intravenous admixture program, unit dose medication management system, processing of outpatient prescriptions, drug medication counseling, and CMOP support while maintaining timeliness, accuracy, and the latest computerized support of these programs.
Identifies continuing education needs. Assures pharmacy employees are properly trained and maintains records of all such training. Assures that new employees are properly oriented and instructed to Directs affiliated training programs for pharmacy students, residents, fellows, clerks, interns and technicians and serves as a preceptor for pharmacy residents.
Serves as the residency program director for the postgraduate year two administrative/management residency Provides drug education that meets the needs of patients and the Medical Staff.
Collaborates with Research Svc, HSR& D and university pharmacy faculty to develop research programs, including directing pharmacy service resources in the development, implementation and/or maintenance of plans to enhance research grant application processes, department skills, and team member capabilities. Work Schedule: 7:30AM- 4:00pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #: 93524- O Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
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Angela.Goyco@va.gov · 708-953-1952
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $151800 – $197342/yr.
Applications close on 2026-10-08.
This is a Monday- Friday, 7:30AM- 4:00pm position.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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